Rules

Roseau Carp Fishery Lakes Rules

1. RODS – Maximum of 3 rods allowed per angler. THEY MUST NOT BE LEFT UNATTENDED AT ANY TIME.

2. RIGS AND HOOKS – Please use fish friendly rigs only – No fixed lead, tether or bent hook rigs are allowed. Rigs must allow fish to free themselves in the event of breakage. Micro barbed hooks only to be used.

3. LINE – Minimum of 15lb breaking strain. Braided main lines and lead core not to be used.

4. UNHOOKING MATS & WEIGH SLINGS ARE NOT PROVIDED.

5. LANDING NETS – All landing nets must be at least 42” and MUST be dry prior to arrival at the lake. This will be checked.

6. FISH WELFARE – Antiseptic MUST be used on all hook holes and any other visible injuries. Any damaged fish must be reported to the fishery manager immediately.

7. SACKING OF FISH – Fish sacking is strictly forbidden at all times. Anglers may keep fish in a landing net or a floatation sling in the water for a short time, where assistance is required for taking photographs.

8. BAIT BOATS – You may use bait boats providing they are used sensibly and with regard to other anglers on the lake.

9. FIRES/BBQs – BBQ’s are allowed providing you keep them off the ground and you ensure no hot ashes are placed in the bins, wait for the to cool and dispose appropriately. Gas or petrol stove are OK but must be used responsibly.

10. RUBBISH – Bins are provided for your rubbish. NO RUBBISH TO BE LEFT AROUND THE LAKESIDE

11. ON SITE FACILITIES – Toilets and showers must be left clean. DO NOT use the banks or swims as toilets.

12. RADIOS – These are allowed but please be mindful other anglers around the lake.

13. FISH / WILDLIFE – Any behavior deemed inappropriate or any damage or interference with the fish/wildlife or the surrounding area will NOT be tolerated and you will be asked to leave immediately.

14. BAIT – Particle baits may be used but MUST be purchased onsite, this is to ensure they are prepared correctly and are safe to the fish. Pellet is allowed but MUST be purchased from the fishery.

15. GUESTS – Anglers may be accompanied by a non-fishing guest at a charge of £50 per week. If any non-fishing guest breaks the no fishing rule, we reserve the right to terminate the angler and the guest’s stay at our fishery immediately.

16. CHILDREN – We do not consider the fishery suitable for children under 12 years of age. All children between the ages of 12 and 18 years must be accompanied by an adult.

17. ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURES – Please do not arrive at the fishery before 12pm unless prior arrangement has been made with the management. If the week determines a draw, this will be made at 13:00 pm Saturday, with fishing to commence at 13.30pm. Fishing to close 10.00am each Saturday.

18. GENERAL – Other common sense rules and regulations will be advised on your arrival at the lake.

A copy of these fishery rules will be displayed around the complex, please ensure you have read the fishery rules prior to your trip to Roseau carp Fishery, any angler found to be breaking the rules will result in their ejection from the fishery, the bailiff’s decision is final.